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Ambulance funding sought
Following a lengthy discussion at Tuesday’s Posey County Council meeting, no definite decision was made regarding funding of the fourth ambulance in Posey County, proposed last week by the Posey County Commissioners. Since the $450,000 necessary to begin operation of the new ambulance was not a budgeted item, auditor Nick Wildeman is currently looking, at the advice of the Council, for sources of funds to put the ambulance in Marrs Township.
Dinner concert offered
The Mount Vernon High School Vocal Music Dept. will host a “Sweetheart Dinner and Concert” on Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the MVHS cafeteria. Entertainment will be provided by the MVHS Chamber Choir and men’s ensemble “Cul” and will include selections ranging from Broadway to “Do Wop.” Tickets are $10 per person and include dinner and the concert. For reservations, please call 833-5932.
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Flood victims: Help will come slowly but surely By Pam Robinson County Commissioner Scott Moye heard a hearty “Amen” from Point Township flood victims gathered on Wednesday evening at Point Township Church of the Nazarene when he assured them he was working in their interests for disaster relief. “One thing that I am driving on very strongly is that this area is treated just like the rest of the state,” he said. “What Vanderburgh County gets, what Putnam County gets up north, Hamilton County—we are treated the same way.” As was soon pointed out, the treatment in Indiana is slow. It was explained that the process in Indiana requires all flood-affected counties in the state to submit damage assessments before Gov. Mitch Daniels will request a state disaster declaration be issued by President Barack Obama. Director of the Posey County Emergency Management Agency, or EMA, Larry Robb, will be conducting residential damage assess-
ments in the hopes the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, will eventually step in with financial assistance for Point Township flood victims. Robb said that he will work as quickly as possible, but must be able to drive to residences to conduct the assessments. Likewise, Flood Plain Administrator Mindy Bourne, Executive Director of the Area Plan Commission, must be able to drive to residences for her damage assessments in compliance with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Bourne distributed informational packets to explain state guidelines for her assessments. Her work will determine whether or not a resident must rebuild a home and elevate it as specified to avoid future flooding. While assessments are being conducted, flood victims are urged to work safely as they start to clean up their property, making sure their tetanus shots are up-to-date and that they wear protective clothing and use proper cleaning supplies.
Residents heard repeatedly that they needed to take photos of their property before beginning cleanup efforts. It was also advised that a licensed electrician would need to inspect electrical work at flooded homes before power could be turned back on. So far, Commissioner Moye noted SABIC has donated $2,000 and Countrymark has donated $1,000 for food to Point Township flood victims. He singled out Red Cross volunteer Jerry Kuykendall for his untiring efforts in helping the displaced residents. Another informational meeting followed at Point Township Church of the Nazarene on Thursday at noon. Any questions regarding the damage assessments or cleanup efforts may be directed to Larry Robb or Mindy Bourne by calling their offices. Robb stressed that he is the only employee in his office, and asked callers to leave a voice message for him at 838-1333. Bourne’s office number is 838-1323.
Robb Township alums meet
Attendees of the Robb Township School in Poseyville will hold their 36th annual alumni reunion on June 11, 2011, at the St. Francis Cafeteria in Poseyville. For reservations, please send $14.50 to Helen Niemeier, 5412 West Haven Drive, Evansville, Ind., 47220 by June 1.
North Posey honors day set
North Posey High School will hold its annual Honors Program on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, in the high school main gym. The program will begin at 8:15 a.m. with the presentation of academic and scholastic awards.
NHS Alumni to meet
The New Harmony Alumni Association will be holding the 99th annual dinner and dance on Saturday, May 28, 2011. Dinner will be at 6 (doors open at 5). The dance will be immediately after the dinner and will be open to the public. For more information check the website at www.newharmonyalumni.org
Port info meeting set
The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana-Posey County Committee will host a noon meeting on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Western Hills Country Club to learn more about the Port of Indiana- Mount Vernon, its businesses and its effect on our region.
Wadesville Farmer’s market
Posey County Farm Bureau, Inc., are starting a Farmer’s Market in Wadesville this summer. It will be open on Thursday afternoons from approximately June 16-Sept. 1 in the empty lot across from Subway at the corner of Hwy 66 & Springfield Road from 3-6 p.m. or until produce is sold out. There will be a vendor meeting. on Thurs. May 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wadesville Fire Dept. Anyone interested in being a vendor should plan to attend, or they may contact Carla Schenk at 673-2151.
Flooding info meeting set
If you have been affected by the flood please attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hovey House, 300 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620. This meeting is intended to help you with the procedure that you will need to follow before working on your home, to aid you in the clean-up of your home, and to provide you with the necessary contact information. For more information please call 838-1311.
Girls gone wild...
First United Methodist Church held their annual Bell & Chancel Choir Dinner on Thursday. The entertainment for the evening was a spectacular Fashion Show. Models for the evening were, from left: Freda (Fred) Parsons, modeling the new “double-breasted” ensemble; Precious (Mike) McFall modeling a wedding gown with flowing (model) train, tennis (racket) bracelet, and carrying a green (onion) bouquet; TeaTea (Steve) Ketchum modeling a (tea bag) ensemble
with matching 14-(carrot) necklace and carrying a (teapot) bag; Bobbie (Robert) Beste modeling the new (toilet) tank top with plunging (toilet plunger) neckline and pill (bottle) hat; Brianna (Brian) McCutchan modeling the little black dress that every woman should have in her closet for the perfect impromptu evening; and FruFru (Mike) Smith modeling a lavender dress adorned with white trimming and sporting a fashionable pink hairdo. Photo by Terri Koch
By Valerie Werkmeister The idea of ‘build it and they will come’ seems to be true for the North Posey Youth Soccer League. According to Jim Petrig, numbers are up in participation for youth soccer. Petrig reported on completed projects as well as ones they hope to complete this year to the MSD of North Posey School Board during their regular meeting Monday, May 9. Petrig explained that while the concession stand on the newly-created field behind North Elementary has been built, it still needs to be painted and have kitchen equipment installed. They also hope to take out the current bleachers at the base of the hill and move them to a more easily accessible location at the top of the hill. Field improvements are never-ending, no thanks to harsh weather conditions both last year and now. Petrig stated the youth soccer league stands to bring in around $7,000 this year and all funds will be put toward the improvements listed. Last year, the school corporation assisted the youth league with $2,000. Petrig asked if those funds could again be provided or as much as possible. Superintendent Dr. Todd Camp stated the board would discuss his request and report to him later. No further action was taken. The board approved an outline for a pre-school program for ages three, four and five-year-olds that will begin this fall. Days and times have not been finalized yet. Board members gave Camp permission to make any
necessary decisions regarding the implementation of the program. Camp recognized the North Elementary Student Council’s achievement of being named an Honor Council for the 11th year in a row. The students received their award in Indianapolis on Saturday. He also recognized the North Posey Cafeteria Staff for receiving an excellent report from the Department of Education during a recent audit of the current nutritional standards. Camp stated the DOE remarked that no other schools have received as high of a rating as our cafeteria staff did. Summer classes will be held for high school students participating in Government, Supervised Agriculture Experience and Advanced Band. Classes will be held from 8 a.m. – noon beginning May 31 through June 27. Board members approved Camp’s request to replace the corporation office roof at a cost of $6,759 by Motz Construction. The roof was damaged in a recent storm. The bell tower must also be replaced or relocated. A claim was filed with the property insurance company to cover the cost of the repairs. The high school football field will get a facelift thanks to the board’s approval of Camp’s $10,948 recommendation to have the field’s crown
North Posey football field to receive facelift
Poseyville’s Gallagher returns ‘home’ to manage Carnegie Library
Memorial Service set
The Poseyville American Legion Post 278 will hold its memorial service at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 30 at the Poseyville Community Center. Following this event, it will cohost a combined service with the VFW at the Poseyville Memorial at 11a.m.
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Poseyville librarian Heather Gallagher adds a label to a new book. Cataloging books is one of Gallagher’s many duties at the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library. Photo by Holly Heerdink
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By Holly Heerdink Heather Gallagher practically grew up in the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library. As a child, she attended story time and read every book within reach. So when the librarian position opened in Poseyville, Gallagher knew the job would be a perfect fit. Since beginning her job seven months ago, Gallagher has loved every minute of work. Her duties vary from day to day, but she usually catalogs books, places movie and book orders, completes paperwork and maintains the library’s social media. “A typical day is never typical,” Gallagher said with a laugh. “I can come in and start one project, and three others come from that.” Since her arrival, Gallagher has been creating a monthly calendar of events that is available online and at the library. She also sends the calendar to students at North Elementary, South Terrace and St. Wendel. Approximately 800 kids take the calendars home, and Gallagher hopes this will translate to more participation in the programs. Currently, the library is preparing for its summer reading program. The kick-off date is June 4, and prizes are available for kids, young adults and adults who participate. “We are going to have a big registration day with lots of international
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